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10 Best Nursing Homes in Skidder, LA
Skidder is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 70 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Skidder, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Skidder is about $3,357, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 320 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Skidder, LA
The average cost of senior living in Skidder is $3,357 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Campti, LA with an average of $2,658 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Skidder, LA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Skidder
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Skidder
Savannah Grand of Bossier City
5.0
I really like being here. I feel so comfortable, safe, and secure. The attendants are all so patient and kind and helpful. My thanks to everyone for this.
Trustwell Living at Russ Place in Ruston, LA
4.7
My brother signed on the dotted line because of the cost. But he stays there because of the administrator and the staff. They make sure that he gets the medical care he needs and takes him to his appointments and check in on him everyday to make sure that he gets what he needs. You have to be ...
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Brookdale Bossier City
5.0
Brookdale is really a nice place. The residents are friendly and seem content to be there. The staff is helpful, friendly and welcoming. My mother is adjusting to her new move. There’s always something going on and activities galore.
Skidder nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skidder nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skidder, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Skidder nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Skidder that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
3.6%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
53.6%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
53.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
53.6%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.3%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Skidder nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Skidder Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Skidder nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Skidder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Skidder nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Skidder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Skidder nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Skidder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Skidder, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.1%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.1%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
0.4%
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The Gables at Spring Lake Assisted Living, Brookdale Bossier City and Brookdale Shreveport are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Skidder, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
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